Montreal borough tightens rules on e-scooters as youth injuries skyrocket - CBC

MontrealThe Montreal borough of Saint-Laurent has adopted a new bylaw banning electric scooters and other motorized personal mobility devices in public areas that fall within its jurisdiction. They're still allowed on bike paths and streets where the maximum speed limit is less than 50 km/h.80 scooter-related injuries in 2025 — 122 so far this year, Montreal Children's trauma director saysAnnabelle Olivier · CBC News · Posted: Oct 18, 2026 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: October 18Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A person rides on an electric scooter in Toronto, on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. (Keito Newman/The Canadian Press)The Montreal borough of Saint-Laurent has adopted a new bylaw banning electric scooters and other motorized personal mobility devices in public areas that fall within its jurisdiction. That includes city parks, trails and sidewalks.

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